Unique 21st Birthday Gifts for Men & Women (2024)

Whether he's craving the country's best dude-food in a favorite city, or is the type to thrive on getting his adrenaline surging — Virgin Experience Gifts has the experience gifts to make this birthday his best one yet!

Got a guy who loves his grub? Whether it's eating it, creating it, or both — our collection of food tours, culinary classes, and lunch and dinner cruises offer creative ways to sample and savor on his big day — perfect for any guy who is a big fan of food. Want to add a few drinks to the eating and being merry? Make a real mark with 21st birthday ideas for men that encourage raising only the most exciting glasses! Take him paddling for pints on a unique brewery tour. Sample wines in the presence of a real sommelier. Or invite him to embark on a 21st birthday gift that highlights city hot spots on a tour of Prohibition-worthy proportions. And so much more!

Give the young man who's a golf guy the opportunity to tee up with a PGA Pro! From one-hour lessons, to playing side-by-side on the fairway, Virgin Experience Gifts can connect him with the most qualified instructors faster than you can say, "Hole-in-one!" Want to add some relaxation to the mix? Resort packages include rounds on renowned courses across the U.S., as well as overnight accommodations — which makes for one heck of a way for him to spend a couple days with some buddies! Talk about the par-fect 21st present for a brother, boyfriend or son!

If he prefers G-force over the golf course, Virgin Experience Gifts comes with a variety of excursions to easily send that young man soaring, speeding and swooping! From biplane thrill rides to stock car ride alongs, his birthday adventures are guaranteed to come with fast-paced memories that last a lifetime. No 21st birthday ideas will beat the one that puts him in the driver's seat of a real exotic race car or at the controls of an airplane for a flying lesson! Manly grunts, fist-pumps and hearty 'whoop-whoops' are always included.

Trying new beverages and indulging in bubbly is a nice, classic way to celebrate. But why not go for something that will really stand out? Whether she's hoping to get after some pampering or wanting to conquer an epic bucket list wish — there's no time like the present have her unwrap just that type of gift!

For a truly ahh-mazing present, loved by ladies everywhere — a lil' relaxation at the spa goes a long way! Choose from specific services featuring mani-pedis, massages, facials, or an entire spectrum of blissful pampering. Not sure what sort of unwinding is the best 21st birthday idea for a young woman? Let her easily choose her favorite R 'n' R remedy! A Spafinder Wellness Gift Certificate lets her delight in a number of spa and salon services, at her preferred spot. Valid at multiple locations across the U.S., this birthday present for her comes loaded with flexibility, not to mention countless amenities from which to choose — hair care, yoga, massages, mani-pedis, fitness classes, retail purchases, personal training, and more. A 21st birthday gift like this will leave her feeling nothing short of revitalized and refreshed!

And what could possibly go better with a spa day than chocolate?! If the birthday girl has a sweet tooth and cake just isn't going to cut it, check out Virgin Experience Gifts's array of wine, chocolate and dessert experiences, offered in many major metropolitan areas of the U.S. Give your best friend a 21st birthday gift featuring NY wines, chocolates and desserts! Or send her strolling through lush East Coast vineyards with her best gal pals. Invite her to indulge in San Francisco's top chocolates and boutiques. Or teach her how to make her own sweets with a hands-on class!

Know a fearless female who's always looking for a new way to add some adventure to her day? Get her burnin' rubber on a race track, jumping out of an airplane, or rafting down white water rapids. Dare her to defy gravity, commemorating her 21st birthday bungee jumping off the renowned Bridge to Nowhere, zip lining among treetops, or enjoying a number of other adrenaline rushes! With an extensive collection of heart-pounding excursions, Virgin Experience Gifts has the most exhilarating kind of 21st birthday gifts for her, waiting to be shared among friends and family.

And if she's the sort of gal to appreciate more mellow fare, celebrate her special day with plenty of 21st birthday party plans that are serene but spectacular. Check out scenic sunset sails, wine and painting classes, art instruction, whimsical biplane outings and hot air balloon rides, casual bike tours and much more!

Admittedly, there are several "obvious" ways to capitalize on this merry-making milestone. But why not think outside of the box (or the bottle, in this case), and put a new spin on 21st birthday ideas?

Virgin Experience Gifts offers a unique array of birthday experiences to get folks wettin' their whistles in ways that go beyond the typical bar scene. Whether you're celebrating solely with a special someone, or making it an afternoon or evening that entails an elaborate party full of family and friends — our 21st birthday gifts are sure to leave a memorable mark. From keeping it casual on a city brewery tour to sipping bottomless champagne on a chic brunch cruise — there's a 21st birthday idea fit to toast any type of guest of honor!

Whether you're on the East Coast or the West, unforgettable cruises are just waiting to set sail so you can celebrate! With options available for brunch, lunch and dinner outings, there's simply no better place to throw a 21st birthday party on the waterfront than aboard a luxury yacht. Choose from amenities like: private or public seating, buffet or plated cuisine, inclusive beverages or cash bars, formal attire or casual wear, and beyond. This great 21st birthday gift is truly the icing on the cake when it comes to dining out with family and friends!

Spend an afternoon pedaling a bike or paddling a boat, coasting from brewery to brewery. Enjoy tastings at local establishments, indulging in the tasty hops and rich histories of the beer business. Or raise a glass in true class on a 21st birthday wine tour! Escape to the tranquility of a countryside vineyard, or hop around vibrant city streets to sample vino to your heart's content. Dive into the fascinating world of the Prohibition, sipping on co*cktails that molded part of our nation's rebellious history. Or delight in tours that pair sweet treats with select beverages, inviting someone to give in to a 21st birthday gift that offers plenty of delectable temptations.

Cheers to 21 in ways that won't soon be forgotten. And all the while, you let some good times –and smooth libations– roll!

Hunting for cool presents for young men or women that pack a powerful punch? You've found 'em! And there's no better time than right now to make bucket list wishes come true. Especially with some help from an enticing lil' thing called 'adrenaline.'

No other 21st birthday ideas bring quite as much joy in the great outdoors as outings like rock climbing, surfing, caving, sailing, rafting, scuba diving, and more! So let someone relish all the fun entertainment Mother Earth has to offer, coupled with some of the world's most stunning natural scenery.

Want to give 'em a go at defying gravity? Nothing gets the heart racing on the big 21 quite like skydiving! Unless, of course, your birthday guy or girl wants to learn to fly an airplane rather than jump out of one. For a gift they'll never forget and a case of the spins they'll actually enjoy, go a step further, adding some aerobatics to a flight! And for an outing that brings the thrill of soaring sky-high with an unsurpassed sense of calm, check out hot air balloon rides!

Hunting for 21st birthday ideas for guys and gals who just love a little lead-foot action? Forget about calm and quiet! Go the route that boasts the loud, vibrant hum of engines and squealing tires! Pop a best bud, brother or sister into the race car of his/her dreams, making for birthday festivities that will never, ever be forgotten. With track locations nationwide, it's never been easier to satisfy a need for speed! Participants can hop right into the driver's seat of a fancy exotic auto. Or experience the ultimate 21st birthday shindig: peeling around the track on a stock car ride along with a professional race car driver at the wheel! Invite them to rocket down exhilarating straightaways, entirely void of speed limits, with side-by-side Camaro racing or dragster runs. Or suit 'em up to wield the power of Indy car or Formula 2000 vehicles.

No matter what form a grand adventure takes for your guest of honor —be it by air, land, sea or speed-hungry horsepower— there's no doubt that these top 21st birthday gifts will be the toughest to beat!